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Humilitas : a lost key to life, love, and leadership / John Dickson. [print]

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: Grand Rapids, Michigan : Zondervan, 2011.Description: 196 pages : illustrations ; 19 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780310328629
  • 0310328624
  • 9780310494270
  • 0310494273
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • BV4647.H865 2011
  • BV4647.H8.D554.H865 2011
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Contents:
Thesis : what is humility and why does it matter? Leadership : what it is and how humility fits in Commonsense : the logic of humility Aesthetics : how the humble are beautiful Philotimia : why the ancient world didn't like humility Cruciform : how a Jew from Nazareth redefined greatness Growth : why humility generates abilities Persuasion : how character determines influence Inspiration : how humility lifts those around us Harmony : why humility is better than "tolerance" Steps : how it's possible to become (more) humble.
Summary: Shows how humility was an important virtue for prominent historical figures and in the findings of psychology and sociology, and describes how developing humility can transform personal relationships and professional dealings.Abstract: Can greatness come from humility? Leaders in business, religion, and politics display a number of talents and character qualities that move them to positions of power. They learn how to lead and manage better. They make the most of their gifts. They reach their goals. Yet, as recent research suggests, power, management skills, and steely determination are not the only elements that propel leaders to the dizziest heights of success. Through the lessons of business, history, psychology, and sociology, author John Dickson uncovers an often overlooked element that turns strength into genuine success: humility. Humility is holding your power--whether physical, financial, intellectual, or political--for the good of others, not personal gain. Embracing humility will radically transform your personal relationships, leadership abilities, and professional dealings. While high achievement is possible without humility, and while humility is no guarantee of achievement, true greatness is sustained and nurtured by it. Indeed, some of history's most inspiring and influential figures have been people of immense humility. Discover the key to greatness in Humilitas.
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Shows how humility was an important virtue for prominent historical figures and in the findings of psychology and sociology, and describes how developing humility can transform personal relationships and professional dealings.

Thesis : what is humility and why does it matter? Leadership : what it is and how humility fits in Commonsense : the logic of humility Aesthetics : how the humble are beautiful Philotimia : why the ancient world didn't like humility Cruciform : how a Jew from Nazareth redefined greatness Growth : why humility generates abilities Persuasion : how character determines influence Inspiration : how humility lifts those around us Harmony : why humility is better than "tolerance" Steps : how it's possible to become (more) humble.

Can greatness come from humility? Leaders in business, religion, and politics display a number of talents and character qualities that move them to positions of power. They learn how to lead and manage better. They make the most of their gifts. They reach their goals. Yet, as recent research suggests, power, management skills, and steely determination are not the only elements that propel leaders to the dizziest heights of success. Through the lessons of business, history, psychology, and sociology, author John Dickson uncovers an often overlooked element that turns strength into genuine success: humility. Humility is holding your power--whether physical, financial, intellectual, or political--for the good of others, not personal gain. Embracing humility will radically transform your personal relationships, leadership abilities, and professional dealings. While high achievement is possible without humility, and while humility is no guarantee of achievement, true greatness is sustained and nurtured by it. Indeed, some of history's most inspiring and influential figures have been people of immense humility. Discover the key to greatness in Humilitas.

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